Physics-Wave Motion

NEET Physics Wave Motion MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-fact-Hard-Class 11

What is the condition for a function y to represent a travelling wave in one dimension?

A

The function must include the combination x - vt or x + vt.

B

The function must be a polynomial of x and t.

C

The function must be periodic in both x and t.

D

The function must be a constant with respect to x and t.

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

A travelling wave in one dimension is represented by a function y = f(x, t) where x and t must appear in the combination x - vt or x + vt, as stated in the context provided.

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